A’IBOM WILL REMAIN UNCOMFORTABLE FOR CRIMINALS, ENABLERS – GOV ENO

… inaugurates six high court judges

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has stated that the State under his leadership will continue to remain uncomfortable for criminals and their enablers.

The Governor stated this at the swearing – in of six new high court judges held at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Uyo.

He noted that his mandate is to serve the people to ensure that the rule of law is respected and the society is free from all criminal elements so that people may legitimately pursue their businesses in a peaceful, safe and secure environment.

He expressed hope that having more Judges in the judicial system, will ensure speedy trial of criminals and punishment meted out according to the law of the land.

Governor Eno assured that the Executive will continue to partner with the judiciary, to ensure that the peace, and security in the State is maintained, adding, “The Judiciary, as often said, is the last hope of the common man and I have no doubt that you will continue to dispense justice fairly without fear or favour. We will continue to work in partnership with the Judiciary for the service of our dear State.

He congratulated the new judges who were recommended by the Nigerian Judiciary Council for their successful inauguration, adding “this elevation is a testimony of your professional competence, sound judicial antecedents and the rich body of work you have put in for the advancement of your career thus far.”

He appreciated the Chief Justice of the Federation, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun and other members of the NJC, for their support and recommendations, and also the State Chief Judge, Justice Ekaete Obot, for engendering a great spirit of collaboration and cooperation.

The inauguration which had in attendance, the Deputy Governor, Senator Akon Eyakenyi, State Chief Judge, Hon Justice Ekaette Obot, Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah, was followed shortly by a presentation of official cars to the judges to aid them in the exercise of their duties.

The newly-inaugurated Judges include Umohandi, Mfon Winifred, Esq., Ekanem, Bassey James, Esq., Essien, Bassey Iwakaowo, Esq., Morrison, Comfort Henry, Esq., Ntekim, Edet Ekpo, Esq., and Eddie, Sharon Julius, Esq.